"Six years later and we miss Nancy as much as ever. What a wonderful friend and person!"
In loving memory of
Mrs. Nancy H. Braman
April 11, 1943 - May 6, 2017
Nancy Lee (Hodge) Braman, 74, passed peacefully at home with family at her side, on Saturday, 6 May in Pawleys Island, SC. Nancy grew up in Mt. Jackson, PA with siblings Janet (Hodge) Hopper, Ronald Hodge, and Norma (Hodge) Genova. She is the daughter of Wesley I. Hodge and Florence (Hoffman) Hodge. Nancy graduated from Mohawk High School (1961) and Geneva College (1965), accepting an elementary teaching position in North Kingstown RI. It was there in 1969 she met the man who would become her partner of 48 years, Eric Braman of Middletown, RI. She is survived by her husband, Colonel (Ret) Eric Braman, children: Lieutenant Colonel (Ret) William Braman, Colonel Matthew Braman, Alison Braman, Major (Ret) Mario Schweizer, Chief Warrant Officer Three Jon Smith, Sergeant First Class Kevin Smith, Captain (VSM) Rija Ramahatra and 13 grandchildren.Nancy earned her master's degree in education from the University of Rhode Island. Leaving the full-time teaching profession in 1972, Nancy transitioned to what she viewed as life's most rewarding roll - full-time Mom. During her years as an army wife and later in life, she served as president - officers wives' club, fund raiser extraordinaire - Brussels American School booster club, substitute teacher, CPA assistant, financial planner, travel agent, bank teller, assistant to the Dean of Students - Norwich University, secretary - Friends of the Sullivan Museum, and several terms as an elected member of the board of directors - Northfield Public Library. She was an avid golfer, mentor - The First Tee and member of the Pawleys Plantation Golf and Country Club. She was an active lifetime sister of the PEO. In retirement, Nancy continued international travel with her family and friends.Calling hours are 5:00 - 8:00 PM Friday, 19 May at Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport, RI. Funeral Service is 9:00 AM Saturday, 20 May at the Calvary United Methodist Church, Middletown, RI, followed by an 11:00 AM internment at the RI Veterans' Cemetery, Exeter, RI. A reception will follow.In lieu of flowers, Nancy requested donations be made to The First Tee /www.thefirsttee.org/ Cemetery Details Rhode Island Veteran's Memorial Cemetery 301 South County Trail Exeter, RI, 02822 Visitation MAY 19. 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM Memorial Funeral Home 375 Broadway Newport, RI, US, 02840 info@memorialfuneralhome.com http://www.memorialfuneralhome.com Service MAY 20. 09:00 AM Calvary United Methodist Church Wyatt Road/ Turner Road Middletown, RI, US
Tributes
"Gloiria Haas lit a candle in memory of Mrs. Nancy H. Braman"
"Nancy was such a wonderful person and friend. We all miss her terribly here in Pawleys. Sending all our love and prayers to Eric and the family.All our love,George and Nancy Koerner"
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"Nancy was our Norwich and Army mom away from home. One of my fondest memories is of the "orphan Thanksgiving" at Fort Belvoir that Nancy and Eric hosted for about a dozen of us who couldn't get home for the holiday. Nancy always made us feel welcome and a member of her family. She will be deeply missed."
"Patsy Hampton Finley lit a candle in memory of Mrs. Nancy H. Braman"
"Beautiful in Blue was purchased for the family of Mrs. Nancy H. Braman."
"Sherri and Ashok Vaseashta purchased the Florist Choice Bouquet for the family of Mrs. Nancy H. Braman."
"Our condolences to the Brahman family, we'll miss ms. Nancy terribly - Pawleys island Chico's."
"Gift of Grace Bouquet was purchased for the family of Mrs. Nancy H. Braman."
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"Mother Nancy is what I called her. She and Rick served as surrogate parents as well as life mentors. I will miss her very much.Rose Barfield"
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"Nancy and I often met at the mailbox! We always had a good visit! My prayers are the entire family. God Bless you all!"
"Karen Lilly lit a candle in memory of Mrs. Nancy H. Braman"
"My sympathy to Eric, Will and the rest of the family. I'm glad I got to know Nancy, but for too short a time. She was such a sweet person. And a good person. - Anna Simon, Pawleys Island & Pendleton South Carolina"
"I remember how anxious and nervous to start my Rook year at Norwich. My sister was corporal cadre and I didn't want to be early, but it just happened that way. COL (retired) and Mrs. Braman offered to host me, I was so thankful! It was a hard year especially since my parents were overseas. They opened up there home to me and my siblings throughout my time at Norwich. Mrs. B was like a surrogate mama to me, she provided yummy meals, came to my first parents weekend and soo much encouragement when I needed it. Truly a beautiful woman inside and out. Love you Mrs. B and you will be missed!"
"Even when I had trouble being social and thought I couldn't get out of the house, she was a true P.E.O. sister and made sure that I stayed active and involved. It was only years later when I realized how much she helped me. She will be sorely missed."
"From: The Knoth's purchased the Peaceful White Lilies Basket for the family of Mrs. Nancy H. Braman."
"Ann Hampton lit a candle in memory of Mrs. Nancy H. Braman"
"My sister, I loved her so. I miss her, but know she is with our family and friends who have gone on before and that she is happy, healthy and waiting for us to join her in paradise. Love forever, Janet"
"Lavender Reflections Spray was purchased for the family of Mrs. Nancy H. Braman."
"Sentiments of Serenity Spray was purchased for the family of Mrs. Nancy H. Braman."
"Always a faithful and gracious friend. In addition to her many attributes, she had the most consistent good short game in our golf group."
"We used to sit up in her bedroom and play cards (WAR) til the wee hours of the morning when we were teens.. Lovely lady"
"Strength & Solace Spray was purchased for the family of Mrs. Nancy H. Braman."
"Peggy Gilbert lit a candle in memory of Mrs. Nancy H. Braman"
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"I new Nancey very well her children twin brothers and there sister, I worked for Rick. She was a very thoughtfull person, and a lot of fun to be around,although I had not seen her in years when Rick notified me I must say it hurt. Many years back when Rick was commander at Quonset, he had a problem Nancey was in PA. And he had someone who was going to driver her back and it fell apart.So as worker and friend I said I will drive her. Oh boy she and the kids got a ride but it never did seem to bother her and she never had Rick fire me. And she was very nice to me at all times a great woman. Charles E. Wilcox"
"Our entire family was blessed by Nancy. She was such a caring person. She was always there to support her extended family. She will be greatly missed. Sandy"
"On behalf of the entire office of the Secretary of Defense, we send our thoughts and prayers to the Braman Family at this time. While we did not know Nancy, it's clear to see what an amazing Mother she was as evidenced by her amazing Son Matt. We are lucky to have him as a member of our team and are thankful to your family for it's selfless service to this great Nation."